85 m. ago FG disburses N3.7bn to tertiary institution workers under TISSF

The Federal Government begins TISSF disbursement, releasing N3.7bn to support academic and non-academic staff in Nigerian tertiary institutions nationwide. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-disburses-n3-7bn-to-tertiary-institution-workers-under-tissf/

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1 hour ago FG disburses N3.7bn to 2,000 tertiary institution staff under TISSF scheme

The Federal Government has commenced the roll out of the Tertiary Institutions Staff Support Fund (TISSF), with the successful disbursement read more FG disburses N3.7bn to 2,000 tertiary institution staff under TISSF scheme

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2 h. ago Ugochinyere urges FG to pay contractors for completed projects

Rep. Ugochinyere calls on the Federal Government to pay local contractors for completed 2024 projects, stressing the economic impact and financial strain. Read More: https://punchng.com/ugochinyere-urges-fg-to-pay-contractors-for-completed-projects/

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5 h. ago FG urges ICAN to back government’s tax reforms, policy initiatives

The federal government has urged the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) to support the administration’s tax reforms and read more FG urges ICAN to back government’s tax reforms, policy initiatives

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5 h. ago FG approves national guidelines on sodium reduction nationwide

The Federal Government has approved the maiden National Guidelines for Sodium Reduction for implementation across

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6 h. ago 2,000 Tertiary Institutions’ Workers Get N3.7bn Federal Government Support Fund

The Federal Government, through the Federal Ministry of Education, has confirmed the successful disbursement of N3.7 billion to an estimated 2,000 beneficiaries under the Tertiary Institutions Staff Support Fund (TISSF). The TISSF, an initiative under President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, provides essential financial support to the dedicated men and women who sustain the nation’s […]

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7 h. ago Federal Government Urges ICAN To Support Tinubu’s Economic Reforms

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has called on the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) to actively support the economic reform agenda of President Bola Tinubu. Idris made the appeal while receiving a delegation of ICAN, led by its President, Malam Haruna Yahaya, during a courtesy visit to his office […]

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8 h. ago Federal Government Pledges Fair, Transparent Implementation Of New Tax Laws

The Federal Government has assured citizens and investors that the rollout of the recently enacted tax laws will be carried out responsibly, transparently, and with consideration for economic realities. This commitment was given on Friday in Abuja by the chairman of the National Tax Policy Implementation Committee (NTPIC), Mr. Joseph Tegbe, following the inauguration of […]

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9 h. ago Institutional Memory Key To Reforms, Federal Government Tells Retired Perm Secs

The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening governance by deepening collaboration with the Council of Retired Federal Permanent Secretaries (CORFEPS) as a strategic reservoir of institutional memory for improved national development. The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, made this known while delivering a keynote address at the […]

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10 h. ago FG urged to put in place stronger policies to protect women, curb gender

Stakeholders in Kano State have called on federal, state, and local governments to develop comprehensive policies that better protect women read more FG urged to put in place stronger policies to protect women, curb gender-based violence

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15 h. ago Airports Authority Chair Ganduje Seeks Innovations To Strengthen Aviation Sector

Chairman of the Governing Board of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), Dr Abdullah Ganduje has called for adaptation to innovation to strengthen the aviation sector. Ganduje made the call while addressing participants at the four-day FAAN Board and Stakeholders Retreat in Abuja, stressing the need for continuous evolution, innovation, and collaboration to ensure […]

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18 h. ago Deutsche Bank, Federal Govt Open Talks On Carter, 3rd Mainland Bridges Rehabilitation Funding

The federal government and the management of Deutsche Bank have commenced talks towards funding the replacement of the Carter Bridge and the rehabilitation of the 3rd Mainland Bridge in Lagos. The minister of Works, Sen. Engr. Nweze David Umahi on Tuesday received the officials of Deutsche Bank comprising the managing director, global co-head of Structured […]

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18 h. ago Mount Pressure On Federal Govt To Protect Nigerians, Falana Tells Labour Congress

Human rights activist Femi Falana (SAN) has urged the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) to mount severe pressure on the federal government to fulfil its constitutional role in protecting Nigerians, saying the worsening insecurity in the country, despite being under the full glare of a functional government, remains an aberration. Falana made the remarks on Thursday […]

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19 h. ago FG’s 2026 budget seen as more realistic, but debt raises concerns

Economists and policy analysts have cautiously endorsed the federal government’s proposed 2026 budget, describing it as more realistic than previous read more FG’s 2026 budget seen as more realistic, but debt raises concerns

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20 h. ago Scholar urges mandatory national walking policy to reduce Nigeria’s healthcare costs

PROF. Tajudeen Yusuf of the Department of Actuarial Science and Insurance, University of Lagos, has called on the Federal Government to legislate mandatory walking for Nigerians, noting that it could significantly reduce the nation’s healthcare expenditure. He made the call on Sunday, November 30, during the 2025 Walk for Life, Peace and Unity, an annual […]

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22 h. ago FG begins payment of N185bn debts owed natural gas producers

The Federal Government has taken a decisive step to revitalise the gas industry and stabilise power generation after President Bola Tinubu authorised the settlement of N185 billion in long-standing debts owed to natural gas producers. The move, endorsed by the National Economic Council (NEC) headed by Vice President Kashim Shettima, marked one of the most […]

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23 h. ago Mount Pressure On Federal Government To Protect Nigerians, Falana Tells NLC

Human rights activist and senior lawyer, Femi Falana (SAN), has urged the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) to mount serious pressure on the federal government to fulfil its constitutional role to protect Nigerians, saying the worsening insecurity in the country under the full glare of a functional government remained an aberration.   Falana, who made the […]

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25 h. ago Mambilla project: Agunloye informed Obasanjo why Sunrise Power was recommended — Witness

Agunloye is being prosecuted by EFCC, on behalf of the Federal Government, on an amended seven-count charge bordering on disobeying presidential directive, conspiracy, forgery and....

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30 h. ago Reps Urge Federal Government To Rescind Action On Curriculum Review

The House of Representatives has urged the federal government to immediately rescind its curriculum review policy. This was sequel to the adoption of a motion brought under matters of urgent national importance, sponsored by the member representing Yenagoa/Kolokuma‑Opokuma federal constituency of Bayelsa State, Hon. Oboku Oforji, at plenary on Thursday. Moving the motion, Oforji noted […]

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33 h. ago Federal Government Decries Silent Epidemic Of Poor Oral Health, Moves To Eliminate Noma

The Federal Government has decried what it described as a “silent epidemic” of poor oral health in Nigeria, stating that millions, especially children and older people, were suffering preventable diseases that damage productivity, dignity, and quality of life. The Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq Salako, who stated this at the […]

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